Alternative to AE488A: Better-Value Equivalents in Stock
Comparing the AE488A (AE488A - HP 200/400GB LTO2 448 U160 HH INTERNAL Tape Drive W/ 4XCart) against alternatives? Pro Disk Network stocks 12 similar HP parts that offer comparable performance at different price points. Each option below is in-stock, US-warehoused, and tested-and-certified before ship. Bulk pricing is available on quantities of 5+; B2B procurement can use Net 30 with PO.
About the AE488A
| SKU | AE488A |
|---|---|
| Product | AE488A - HP 200/400GB LTO2 448 U160 HH INTERNAL Tape Drive W/ 4XCart |
| Current price | $326.00 |
| Stock status | In Stock |
| Detail page | View AE488A › |
Alternatives to AE488A
Each part below is currently in our US warehouse, ships same-day for orders before 2pm ET, and includes our 90-day warranty. SKUs link to the full product page with photos, datasheets and B2B quote form.
406072-001 - HP 200/400GB StorageWorks Ultrium 448 LTO-2 SAS Internal Half Height Tape Drive
SKU: 406072-001
Price: $300.00
DW085-69201 - HP 200/400GB StorageWorks Ultrium 448 LTO-2 SAS Internal Half Height Tape Drive
SKU: DW085-69201
Price: $321.05
DW085-60005 - HP 200/400GB StorageWorks Ultrium 448 LTO-2 SAS Internal Half Height Tape Drive
SKU: DW085-60005
Price: $321.05
DW085-60010 - HP 200/400GB Ultrium 448 Lto-2 SAS Internal Hh Tape Drive
SKU: DW085-60010
Price: $321.05
DW085-67201 - HP StorageWorks LTO-2 Ultrium 448 200/400GB SAS Internal Tape Drive
SKU: DW085-67201
Price: $465.88
693399-001 - HP 200/400GB LTO-2 Ultrium 448 SCSI LVD Internal Tape Drive
SKU: 693399-001
Price: $498.07
AG712A - HP StorageWorks Ultrium 448 200/400GB LTO2 SCSI 68-Pin Single Ended LVD Internal Tape Drive
SKU: AG712A
Price: $505.53
378467-001 - HP StorageWorks 200/400GB Ultrium 448 Ultra160 SCSI LVD LTO-2 Internal Tape Drive
SKU: 378467-001
Price: $537.39
DW085B - HP StorageWorks LTO-2 Ultrium 448 200/400GB SAS Internal Tape Drive
SKU: DW085B
Price: $596.61
DW016-67201 - HP 200/400GB LTO-2 Ultrium 448 SCSI/lvd Internal Tape Drive
SKU: DW016-67201
Price: $791.42
How we pick alternatives
Every recommendation above was selected using these criteria:
- Spec parity — capacity, speed, port count, and form factor matched within a 10% tolerance
- Price spread — alternatives shown across the price range, so you can pick on budget
- Brand mix — both OEM-equivalent and trusted aftermarket, all certified
- Reliability data — preferred parts have failure rates below 1% in our 18-month return tracking
- In stock today — shipping today, not 4-6 weeks from now
Want a side-by-side spec comparison?
We can prepare a written comparison covering throughput, power draw, form factor and validated compatibility. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com or call +1 (407) 205-8454 — most quotes ship within 4 business hours.